Growing grapes is a wonderful hobby for home gardeners and wine lovers. When growing grapes, gardeners take advantage of some strategic companion planting guidelines to ensure that their grapevines grow vigorously and thrive.
Grape Growing
Grapes require full sun, warm-to-moderate temperatures, plenty of water and quick-draining soil.
Companion Planting
In any companion planting situation, choose plants that have similar requirements. This makes every plant's chances of success better.
Grape Companions
Grapes do very well when planted with hyssop, basil, beans, geraniums, oregano, clover, peas and blackberries. Clover increases the fertility of the soil for grapes.
Pest-Repelling Plants
Some plants make good companions to grapes just because of their pest-repelling qualities. Because grapes naturally draw pests, planting garlic, chives, rosemary, tansy and mint around the borders of the vineyard is a good idea.
Considerations
Cold temperatures and frost will damage grapevines, regardless of companion planting.
Warning
Never plant grapes with cabbage or radishes.
Carrie Terry
Carrie Terry has worked in publishing for more than 15 years. In 2008, she opened a publishing house, acquiring and editing manuscripts, bringing books to market, running marketing campaigns and supervising cover/art direction. Terry holds a Bachelor of Science in English from UCLA.